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Mathematics

BSc /MA (Hons)

Mathematics is essential:

to the study of science - few scientific developments are possible without underlying mathematical theories
essential in the construction of models of the economy, which influence the decisions of business and government
to the development of methods of secure communication - used by us all for banking, internet transactions, mobile phone conversations

We offer you lively and modern programmes of study centred on the application of mathematics, presented in a stimulating environment, by experts in the field.

Why
Teaching & Assessment
Careers
Entry Requirements
Fees/Funding
Your Application

Why study Mathematics at Dundee?

We believe that undergraduates are best served by studying in a Division that is active in research to the highest level, and we are fortunate in having an excellent international reputation for our research work. Our courses are taught by those who have great enthusiasm for their subject, a dedication to it, and an appreciation of the needs of students.

As well as offering degrees in Mathematics and Mathematical Biology, we offer a wide range of Joint Honours Degrees, where Mathematics can be combined with a variety of other subjects, for example, Accountancy, Applied Computing, Economics, English and Physics.

The BSc (Hons) Mathematics and BSc (Hons) Mathematical Biology are degree programmes certified by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.

What's so good about Mathematics at Dundee?

We are a relatively small Division and are able to operate with an excellent staff/student ratio. One advantage of this is that we can get to know each student personally, and so can offer a friendly and supportive learning experience. In addition, our Student-Staff Committee meets regularly to discuss matters of importance to our students.

Computing power is used extensively in modern mathematics. Our students have access to a dedicated computer pool 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Students use computers to assist their studies at all levels, using specialist mathematics software, writing up projects and obtaining information from the internet.

Jonathan Weightman began his Mathematics degree in 2009, "Studying mathematics keeps your options open and enables you to progress into careers in all kinds of fields whether they be science research based or financial positions. "

BSc Degree Combinations

BSc Mathematics
BSc Mathematics & Accountancy
BSc Mathematics & Economics
BSc Mathematics & Financial Economics
BSc Mathematics & Physics
BSc Mathematics & Psychology

MA Degree Combinations

MA Mathematics & Business Economics with Marketing
MA Mathematics & English

Related Courses at Dundee

Teaching & Assessment

The Mathematics degrees are taught by the Division of Mathematics.

How you will be taught

You will learn by a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops and computer practical classes. You will also undertake supervised work in a dedicated PC laboratory using mathematical software packages. In Level 1 you will carry out two mini-projects, working in teams of 3 or 4. The use of specialised software continues within the Level 3 and 4 modules, where you will be introduced to the powerful Matlab system.

In a typical week you will attend three lectures and one tutorial associated with each module, however, some modules will expect more.

Maths Base, is a drop-in facility in the Division - one afternoon per week providing another source of help with your studies over and above what you can expect from your lectures and tutorials.

What you will study

Honours Degree

An honours degree normally takes four years, full time, you study levels 1-4, as described below.

Advanced Entry Honours Degree

It is possible to study for most of our honours degrees in one year less if you have the required grades and subjects as listed in the Entry Requirements section.There are definite advantages to considering this route as the time needed to study is reduced by one year which enables you to start working and earning earlier.

Typical Degree Programme

Level 1

At Level 1, one third of your time is devoted to Mathematics, one third to a joint subject (if applicable) and one third to another subject of your choice.

The Mathematics modules cover calculus, algebra, geometry and trigonometry. They will provide you with an introduction to university mathematics, following on from material that you will have studied at school.

Visit the BSc overview page for general information on our BSc degree programme.

Level 2

At Level 2, students taking a degree fully within Mathematics spend one half (and preferably two thirds) of their time is devoted to Mathematics, joint honours students again split one third Mathematics, one third to a joint subject and one third to another subject of their choice.

Two Level 2 modules extend topics in calculus and linear algebra covered at Level 1. Another pair of Mathematics modules at Level 2 will give you an introduction to Statistics and Discrete Mathematics and, optionally, Mechanics.

Level 3

On entry to Level 3, you will have the choice of following either a degree programme entirely within Mathematics or a joint Honours degree programme.

Students study a total of either modules, for a degree wholly within Mathematics, all eight modules are taken, for a joint Honours degree with Mathematics, four modules are chosen, of which the first two named below are compulsory:

Mathematical Methods
Differential Equations
Analysis
Complex Analysis
Differential Geometry
Fundamentals of Scientific Computing
Graph Theory
Operational Research

Level 4

At Level 4 you enrol for six modules in areas that relate to our research strengths. There is also an additional project work module, which includes training in personal transferable skills, a selection of mini-projects and one extended project. Joint Honours students take either four of the six modules or the Honours Project and two of the six modules:

Mathematical Biology I
Mathematical Biology II
Mathematics of Fluids and Plasmas I: Fluid Dynamics
Mathematics of Fluids and Plasmas II: Magnetohydrodynamics
Ordinary Differential Equations and their Approximation
Partial Differential Equations and their Approximation

How you will be assessed

Assessment for most modules involves a final examination and takes into account varying amounts of continuous assessment, including assignments and class tests.

Careers

Mathematics is central to the sciences, and to the development of a prosperous, modern society. The demand for people with mathematical qualifications is considerable, and a degree in mathematics is a highly marketable asset.

Mathematics graduates are consistently amongst those attracting the highest graduate salaries and can choose from an ever-widening range of careers in research, industry, science, engineering, commerce, finance and education.

Many of our graduates enter the financial sector following career paths in accountancy, banking, the stock market and insurance.

Even if you do not take your mathematics any further than university, employers know that mathematics graduates are intelligent, logical problem solvers. With this training behind you, the career options become almost limitless.

Entry Requirements

The following are the minimum requirements, please note qualifications have to be obtained at the first sitting of examinations.

Courses starting September 2012

Level 1 entry

Qualification	Grade
SQA Higher	ABBB
GCE A-Level	BCC
ILC Higher	ABBB
IB Diploma	30 points (including 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level)
Essential Subjects	Mathematics at grade B at SQA Higher, GCE A-Level, ILC Higher or IB Higher Level

Advanced Entry (to Level 2)

Qualification	Grade
SQA Advanced Higher	BB (Advanced Higher) and BB (Higher) in different subjects
GCE A-Level	ABB
IB Diploma	34 points (including 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level)
Essential Subjects	Mathematics at grade B at SQA Advanced Higher, GCE A-Level or IB Higher Level

Other Qualifications

Qualification	Grade
SQA	A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit including Mathematics Units (Level 1 entry) A relevant HNC with A in the Graded Unit including Mathematics Units and 120 SCQF points or a relevant HND with BB in the Graded Units including Mathematics Units (Level 2 entry)
Scottish Baccalaureate	Pass with BC at Advanced Higher in Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject (Level 1 entry) Pass with BB at Advanced Higher in Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject (Level 2 entry)
SWAP Access Programmes	Relevant science subjects with ABB grades including Mathematics and Physics Units at SCQF Level 6 (Level 1 entry)
EDEXCEL	A relevant HNC with Merits in appropriate Science/Mathematics modules (Level 1 entry) A relevant HND with Merits in appropriate Science/Mathematics modules (Level 2 entry)
BTEC	A relevant National Diploma at DMM (Level 1 entry) A relevant National Diploma at DDM (Level 2 entry)
Advanced Diploma	Grade B with ASL-A Levels in Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject at CC (Level 1 entry) Grade B with ASL-A Level Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject at BB (Level 2 entry)
Welsh Baccalaureate	Pass with A Level Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject at BC (Level 1 entry) Pass with A Level Mathematics and a Science/Engineering subject at BB (Level 2 entry)
Applicants with alternative overseas qualifications should visit the relevant country page on our International website

Joint Honours Degrees

For details of typical entry requirements for Joint Honours degrees, please visit the relevant webpage for the other subject.

Fees and Funding

There have been many changes to the arrangements for funding students entering higher education in recent years, yet a degree from the University of Dundee, with its high rate of employment success, remains a cost-effective option.

The fees you pay will, in most cases, depend on your current country of residence.

Fee category	Fees for students starting September 2012	Scholarships & Bursaries applicable
Scottish students	You can apply to the Students Award Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to have your tuition fees paid by the Scottish government. The 2012 fee will be announced in March 2012, the 2011 fee was £1,820.	School Academic Scholarships Other Scholarships
Students from the rest of the UK	£9,000 per year, for a maximum of 3 years, even if you are studying a four year degree. You can apply for financial assistance, including a loan to cover the full cost of the tuition fees, from the Student Loan Company.	University of Dundee Bursaries School Academic Scholarships Other Scholarships
EU students	You can apply to the Students Award Agency for Scotland (SAAS) to have your tuition fees paid by the Scottish government. The 2012 fee will be announced in March 2012, the 2011 fee was £1,820.	Other Scholarships
Overseas students (non-EU)	£11,760 per year.	School Academic Scholarships Other Scholarships

The fee shown is annual, and may be subject to an increase each year.

Living Costs

Dundee is ranked as one of the most affordable places for students to live in the UK, and the cost of living is around 15% cheaper than the UK average.
Increasing numbers of students are successfully undertaking part-time work to supplement their income. You can get advice from our Careers Service, both about job opportunities and how to find a suitable study/work/life balance. EU and international students are also allowed to work up to 20 hours per week.
As a student in Scotland, you have free access to the National Health Service. Visits to doctors and hospitals, as well as prescriptions, sight tests and dental checkups, are available free of charge.

Your Application

All applications must be made through UCAS

UCAS Codes

Institution Code: D65

Degree	UCAS Codes
BSc Mathematics	G100
BSc Mathematics and Accountancy	GN14
BSc Mathematics and Applied Computing	GG14
BSc Mathematics and Economics	GL11
BSc Mathematics and Financial Economics	GLD1
BSc Mathematics and Physics	FG31
BSc Mathematics and Psychology	CG81
MA Mathematics and Business Economics with Marketing	LNG0
MA Mathematics and English	GQ13

UCAS Application Process

International Applicants

We have information specifically for international applicants on our International website:

Your Home Country - including information about qualifications from individual countries
Fees and Funding
English Language Requirements
International Student Support

Any questions?

If you have any further questions about the application process, please contact:

Home / EU applicants

Diana Davidson
Admissions & Student Recruitment
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland

Telephone: 01382 384 029 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 384 029 (from outside the UK)

Email: ContactUs@dundee.ac.uk

International applicants

International Office
Admissions & Student Recruitment
University of Dundee
Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4HN
Scotland

Telephone: 01382 388 111 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 388 111 (from outside the UK)

Email: ContactUs@dundee.ac.uk